Humbert Beats Dimitrov In Open 13 Final To Win Fifth Career Title – News18

MARSEILLE, France: Frenchman Ugo Humbert received his fifth profession title by outclassing second-seeded Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria 6-4, 6-3 within the Open 13 last on Sunday.

Humbert turned the eighth participant within the Open period to win his first 5 finals on the ATP tour.

Dimitrov misplaced the primary set by dropping serve at 5-4 with a forehand into the web.

Humbert then saved two break factors within the opening recreation of the second set and jumped out to a 3-0 lead earlier than clinching the match with a service winner.

Dimitrov had received his two earlier conferences in opposition to Humbert however appeared flat after a protracted semifinal in opposition to Karen Khachanov on Saturday.

Humbert, who hit 10 aces within the match, will attain a brand new profession-excessive No. 18 rating with the victory and also will change into the French No. 1, overtaking Adrian Mannarino.

“I’m pretty solid from the baseline. I serve very well. I’m strong mentally. So, everything is here. And I put everything on court,” Humbert mentioned. ___

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